Q. With reference to the Vibrant Village Programme (VVP), which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1.The programme aims to enhance the defense capabilities of border villages.
2.Creation of opportunities for livelihood generation through promotion of tourism & cultural heritage, skill development & entrepreneurship are included under the programme.
3.Hub and spoke model is a concept used in VVP to promote large-scale industrial development in border areas.
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Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect. VVP focuses on improving the quality of life, economic development, and infrastructure in border villages to prevent out-migration and indirectly support border security by maintaining populated border areas. The hub and spoke model in the context of VVP is used to promote social entrepreneurship and not large-scale industrial development. It aims to develop growth centers that facilitate social entrepreneurship, empowerment of youth and women through skill development, and leverage tourism potential.
Statement 2 is correct. VVP includes the creation of opportunities for livelihood generation through the promotion of tourism, cultural heritage, skill development, and entrepreneurship. These efforts are aimed at improving the economic conditions and quality of life in the border villages.
Source: The Hindu
